Category Breakdown
Samsung i550
Samsung i560
Performance
32.832.8
Camera
39.639.6
Display
32.332.3
Battery
12.31.6
Build
16.717.1
Connectivity
23.219.6
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
17.716.4
Summary
- The Samsung i550 features a slightly larger 2.6-inch display compared to the 2.4-inch screen of the i560, both using TFT technology with the same resolution but differing in pixel density, giving the i560 a sharper display.
- Both models share the same chipset, CPU, and GPU, ensuring comparable performance, but the i550 has a slight edge in RAM.
- The camera specifications are identical, with a 3.15 MP rear camera and no front camera on either device.
- The i550 has a 1200 mAh battery, while the i560's battery capacity is unspecified, which may affect longevity.
- In terms of software, the i550 runs on Symbian OS 9.2, whereas the i560 operates on an earlier version, 9.1, which may influence the user experience.
- Build quality is similar, with the i550 being slightly larger and lighter than the i560.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung i550
Samsung i560
General
Release Date
2008
2008
Announced
2007
2007
Description
Also version Samsung i550w with WLAN
N/A
Display
Size
2.6"
2.4"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
TI OMAP 2430
TI OMAP 2430
CPU
330 MHz ARM 1136
330 MHz ARM 1136
GPU
PowerVR MBX
PowerVR MBX
Memory
150MB
150MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSD (dedicated slot)
microSD (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA videocall camera
QCIF videocall camera
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1200 mAh
N/A
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
115 x 53 x 13.8 mm (4.53 x 2.09 x 0.54 in)
103 x 51 x 15.9 mm (4.06 x 2.01 x 0.63 in)
Weight
109 g
111 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Silver
Black, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.32 W/kg (head) 0.41 W/kg (body)
0.17 W/kg (head) 0.56 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g (Samsung i550w only)
No
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Symbian OS 9.2, Series 60 v3.1 UI
Symbian OS 9.1, Series 60 v3.1 UI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A

